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Sunrise Colony - 15
Elementary School · Watertown School District 14-4
1100 13th St NE, Watertown, SD 57266
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very strong
About Sunrise Colony - 15
Sunrise Colony - 15 is a public elementary school in Watertown, SD, part of the Watertown School District 14-4. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,444, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 17 students, Sunrise Colony - 15 is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Sunrise Colony - 15 may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- 1100 13th St NE, Watertown, SD 57266
- Phone
- (605) 882-6340
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1100 13th St NE, Watertown, SD 57266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise Colony - 15 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waubay Elementary - 02 (rated 9.6/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Waubay). Another option is Waverly-South Shore Elementary - 02 (rated 8.2/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Waverly). Additionally, Lincoln Elementary - 05 (rated 7.8/10, 18.3 miles away). For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Elementary - 02 Summit | 9.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Summit High School - 01 Summit | 9.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Waverly-South Shore Elementary - 02 Waverly | 14.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Waverly-South Shore High School - 01 Waverly | 14.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Waverly-South Shore Middle School - 03 Waverly | 14.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Florence Elementary - 02 Florence | 13.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Florence High School - 01 Florence | 13.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Florence Middle School - 03 Florence | 13.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Waubay Elementary - 02 Waubay | 14.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Waubay High School - 01 Waubay | 14.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Waubay Middle School - 03 Waubay | 14.5 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary - 09 Watertown | 17.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Watertown Middle School - 02 Watertown | 17.7 mi | 6.1 |
| WATERTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 18.0 mi | 6.2 |
| GREAT PLAINS LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Watertown | 18.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARTINS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 18.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary - 05 Watertown | 18.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Mellette Elementary - 07 Watertown | 18.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Watertown Intermediate School - 13 Watertown | 18.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Watertown High School - 01 Watertown | 19.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,444
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
628
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
27.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunrise Colony - 15 has a median household income of $64,444. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,400, with a median rent of $738/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise Colony - 15
What grades does Sunrise Colony - 15 serve?
Sunrise Colony - 15 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sunrise Colony - 15?
Sunrise Colony - 15 has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Colony - 15?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Colony - 15 is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Sunrise Colony - 15 a charter school?
No, Sunrise Colony - 15 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunrise Colony - 15 a Title I school?
No, Sunrise Colony - 15 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,332/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Watertown). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Grant County
- Phone
- (605) 882-6340
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Watertown School District 14-4- District Enrollment
- 3,690
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,402
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